Destinations
NCL Gives Hawaii Tourism A Boost
Unique culture, outstanding outdoor adventures and some of the best beaches in the world – just a small sample of what this exotic destination has to offer. Aloha, welcome to Hawaii, reports assistant editor, Greg Coates in this week's Travel Courier cover story. With the fireworks of the Kilauea volcano now a distant memory, tourism officials – and Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) – are encouraging travellers that may have been scared off by the eruptions to come back and enjoy the aloha spirit. With numbers dipping slightly over the summer months due to the volcano, Hawaiian...
Costsaver Launches 2019 Europe, Britain Program
Costsaver has unveiled its new 2019 Europe and Britain program, highlighted by 35 handcrafted itineraries from Lisbon to Moscow. With prices from $130 per person, per day with Costsaver’s “Ready to Go Rate” officials say agents can assure their clients that the rate they see is the best price trips will ever be, guaranteed. “With over 72 years of travel knowledge and expertise, Costsaver is thrilled to allow clients to see the world, without a hassle in the world with exceptional value,” said Wolf Paunic, president of Costsaver and Trafalgar Canada. “With all the...
Breakaway Set For New Orleans Debut
On Nov. 11, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) returns to New Orleans, introducing Norwegian Breakaway to the Big Easy with five- to 11-day cruises to the Caribbean. At 1,068 feet and 145,655 gross register tons, the recently renovated Breakaway is the largest cruise ship to homeport in the city of New Orleans, as well as the youngest in port this season. “We are excited to introduce Norwegian Breakaway to New Orleans, providing our guests with another premium destination to cruise from when sailing to the Caribbean,” said NCL president Andy Stuart. “New Orleans is well known for its...
Canada Cool With Air Canada Vacations
Air Canada Vacations has launched its 2019 Canada Collection, saying “Canada’s rugged landscapes, cultural attractions and proximity make it a prime destination for travellers looking to enjoy the country’s four distinct seasons.” The collection features 91 vacation packages, which include flight and hotel accommodations, options for stays ranging from three to 15 nights, and the ability to combine two or more regions. “When we dream about our next vacation, we often think of adventures in far away places,” said Nino Montagnese, managing director at Air Canada Vacations....
Air Transat Partners With easyJet
Air Transat is now partnering with easyJet and its Worldwide by easyJet connections service. This web platform now distributes Air Transat flights, allowing Air Transat customers flying through London Gatwick Airport to increase the number of destinations available in Europe and Africa on the wings of easyJet. “London Gatwick has been a European mainstay for Air Transat for 30 years, with daily direct flights from Toronto as well as departures from major Canadian cities such as Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal. Moreover, it serves as one of easyJet’s main airports,” said Annick...
VISIT FLORIDA Relaunches Florida Now Initiative
As part of a nearly US$9 million marketing plan following Hurricane Michael and this year's red tide blooms, VISIT FLORIDA has relaunched Florida Now, a landing page to provide real time information from destinations across the state to encourage the continuation of bookings to Florida. The new Florida Now landing page features a collection of Hurricane Michael recovery information and updates, including an interactive map with photos, videos, twitter feeds and webcams. In addition, the page includes a new Northwest Florida blog section that can be filtered by city to show business...
When in Rome: Iberostar Expands Its City Portfolio
Situated in a historic building between architectural treasures like the Pantheon and its namesake, arguably Rome's most well-known fountain, the Iberostar Fontana di Trevi is set to open in 2019. The five-star boutique hotel, which marks Iberostar Hotels & Resorts’ first hotel in the Italian capital, is housed in a six-storey 19th-century building that combines elements of Renaissance and Neo-Renaissance style. In addition to the 67 rooms and a wide range of exclusive services, the hotel features a rooftop terrace that serves as an ideal spot to take in the skyline. The...
Exodus Unveils 2019 ‘Brochures With Heart’
With responsible tourism at the heart of every adventure, Exodus Travels has begun releasing its new brochure collection for 2019-2020. The new collection, being released throughout the fall, features original cover art created by celebrated Bosnian and Herzegovinian artist Martina Crepulja, who uses her work to encourage and support children through art. As such, Crepulja will donate a portion of her fee to Exodus’ Inspiration Project, an initiative that takes disadvantaged children from around the globe on exciting trips within their homelands. “This year, we really wanted...